July 2025
Your Next Step Starts Here. 2026 Program Information Sessions Begin Next Week!
An excerpt from our CEO
July was a month full of energy, connection, and opportunities here at RIST, as we continue to deliver quality training and strengthen our links with the agricultural community.
During National Farm Safety Week, we strengthened our commitment to safer agricultural workplaces by expanding our Side-by-Side Vehicle (SSV) training. Previously offered only in Hamilton, SSV training is now also available at our Terang campus, ensuring more farmers and workers can access the skills needed to operate safely. Safety is not just a week-long focus for us, but an ongoing priority in everything we do.
The first weekend of August also saw our team out in force at Sheepvention Rural Expo. It’s always a highlight to connect with our community face-to-face, showcase our training, and celebrate the innovation and passion that drive agriculture forward. A big thank you to everyone who visited our stand and joined in the conversations.
Pictured at the RIST stand enjoying Sheepvention are RIST staff, L-R, Natasha Wilkinson, Bill Hamill, Helen Read and Belinda Kim.
May 2025
An excerpt from our CEO
No Break, Drought, Tough times on farm.
The ongoing dry seasonal conditions have taken a significant toll on our farming community in South-West Victoria. Our compassion is extended to our students, their families, employers and our community. In our effort to continue to grow and develop the next generation through the driest year in decades, we remind you we are are here to support you where we can. Finding moments of positivity in this shared experience testing resilience, finances and our spirit can be tolling. I encourage you to make it a point to connect with friends, family and community and remember that support is available.
– CEO, Bill Hamill
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Out takes from the classroom.
May was filled with field trips, giving our students hands-on learning through real workplace application. Students undertaking calf marking and livestock handling units enjoyed visits to Mt Eccles Angus Stud, Rachael McGrath’s Dairy Farm, and Chrome Sheep Stud..
April 2025
Welcome Rain. Have we reached the Autumn Break? While it may be too soon yet to tell, areas of the Hamilton district welcomed up to 25ml of rain in the last week. This welcome moisture brings with it a flurry of machines kicking into gear in paddocks with cropping and pasture renovations underway….
April marked a busy month for trainers and students alike. Pictured are participants from the Wool Overview Program and students in birthing duties elective. Also pictured is a morning tea that a group of students made and bought in to share with one another for smoko…
March 2025
Graduation award recipients, 2024 a year in reflection, whats coming up, and more!
February 2025
In the ever-evolving world of Australian Agriculture, knowledge is a powerful tool that drives both individual success and the strength of the broader community.
*Information source ABARES
January 2025
Welcome to 2025!
In this edition, we recap events from the summer, share our commitment for the year ahead and updates on 2025 course enrolments.
December 2024
Welcome to the December edition of the RIST RoundUP
Thankyou for your support this year.
In this edition we recap highlights from the year, share student stories and more.
Wising you a safe and festive summer break. See you in 2025!
